Top Things to do in Overberg District
What to do and see in Overberg District, Western Cape: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Overberg District, South Africa including Cape Canopy Tour, Thoza Tours, Heaven and Earth Trails, Fatbike Tours Cape Town, Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary, Phillipskop Mountain Reserve, Drostdy Museum, Marloth Nature Reserve, Stony Point Penguin Colony, De Hoop Nature Reserve Whale Trail.
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1. Cape Canopy Tour
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5.0 based on 918 reviews
Only an hour from Cape Town, this is a must do activity for all adventure and nature lovers alike! Cape Canopy Tour takes you on an unforgettable journey as you slide from one platform to the next along a series of steel cables set amongst magnificent natural surroundings of a World Heritage Site, the Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve, in the scenic Elgin Valley.
2. Thoza Tours
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
I provide personal,tailored transportation and tours local area and attractions
3. Heaven and Earth Trails
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5.0 based on 149 reviews
Tucked away between the picturesque mountain of the Hemel and Aarde Valley near Hermanus is Heaven & Earth Horse Trail Rides on Karweyderskraal Farm. Whether you would like to enjoy a slow gaited walk or an adventurous outride on horseback, we offer a variety of trails with scenic mountain views and wine tasting on spectacular wine estates.
Reviewed By MyDreamPony - Pretoria, South Africa
I highly recommend heaven and earth horse trails. Janine is an amazing guide who will ensure that all your needs are met, be it fast gallops or relaxed scenic rides. Their horses are in wonderful condition, well schooled and a delight to be with. The scenic sumaridge wine trail is an absolute must. I’ll be back soon! Thanks for having me ????
4. Fatbike Tours Cape Town
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5.0 based on 375 reviews
Fatbike tours are new to South Africa! Join us on an amazing ride on Sand Dunes from 185 meters down to the cliffs. Suitable for all levels of riders and this is a bundle of fun in the Great Outdoors with breath-taking views! From ages 8-80 on our Dunes and sunset Dunes tour with a variety of routes for all levels :-) learn to ski on a bike down the dunes and ride down verticle dunes or meander between them. This is a must do activity when visiting South Africa
5. Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary
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5.0 based on 523 reviews
Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary Panthera Africa offers you the unique opportunity to learn about the big cats and hear their heartfelt stories! We are a true sanctuary with no trading, breeding or interaction, operating as a safe haven for rescued big cats. EDUCATIONAL VISIT Have a guided walk around to see our white and brown lions, black leopard, caracals and tigers and learn more about their species and their threats. TIMES: Everyday expect Tuesdays, 10am and/or 3pm (April - September) 9am and/or 4pm October - March); Open on public holidays. Price: R340 per adult / R170 per child under 13 years. PRE-BOOKINGS ONLY (as we only have a limited amount of spots per visit). SUNSET VISIT Come and enjoy the early evening with your loved ones as the sun sets and the cats come alive after a long day of rest! Your passionate host will take you around to the big cat enclosures. Price: R490 per adult, no children under 16 years allowed. Minimum 4 people. PRE-BOOKINGS ONLY.
Reviewed By eskecilliers - Malmesbury, South Africa
What an amazing and eye opening experience it was to visit Panthera Africa! I am in awe of what the two owners and their team have accomplished and commend them for the difference they are making in the industry and the lifes of the animals they have saved. Tarryn was a great host and gave us an insighful experience. her passion and love for these beautiul creatures is inspiring and contagious. We hope to one day return again. Thank you to Panthera africa!
6. Phillipskop Mountain Reserve
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5.0 based on 85 reviews
Phillipskop Mountain Reserve protects 246ha of beautiful fynbos on the slopes of the Klein River Mountains. It is also home to Phillipskop Cave, an important local heritage site due to the presence of rock art - the only recorded rock art on the Cape Whale Coast. There are a range of hiking trails for all abilities leading to a small waterfall, the peak of Phillipskop itself, interesting rock formations, such as the David and Goliath Rock Stacks, as well as lots of magnificent views. The trails can be combined into longer circular routes. WATERFALL HIKING TRAIL (3.5km) An easy, more or less level, hike to a small waterfall with a popular picnic spot underneath a beautiful rock candlewood tree. This is also the route to take to access Phillipskop Cave. ROCK STACKS HIKING TRAIL (3km) A short climb up to admire the two rock stacks, David and Goliath, with great views on the way back across the fields of the Overberg. This trail is good to combine with the Waterfall Hiking Trail for a circular route. SADDLE HIKING TRAIL (4km) A chance to reach the highest parts of the reserve. Beautiful views from the Saddle into the hidden valley behind Phillipskop. You can go from here up to the peak itself or onto the ridge of the Klein River Mountains to look down on Tesselaarsdal.
Reviewed By ToniHuyssen
Everything about our first stay at Phillipskop exceeded our expectations. The stunning fynbos, the well kept trails, the bird life (fish eagles, Verreaux's eagles and sugarbirds etc) and the wonderful, spacious accommodation. We can't wait to return to see other seasons' flowers. It's perfect for nature lovers, those who want to escape the city and not have to drive too far, for hikers and families that need space. This was a perfect first wedding anniversary holiday for us!
7. Drostdy Museum
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4.5 based on 453 reviews
This former government building, an architectural treasure in itself, is now a museum containing some impressive artifacts. Particularly noteworthy is a collection of late 18th and early 19th century Cape furniture.
Reviewed By DannyB_11 - London, United Kingdom
Open air type museum with numerous buildings displaying bygone lifestyles and crafts. Including a magistrates home with courthouse. Lovely couple of hours wander.
8. Marloth Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 136 reviews
Wildflowers, majestic mountain views, many hiking trails and rare birds and animals grace this sprawling national park.
Reviewed By local287 - Somerset West, South Africa
It was a sunny day and we took a lovely walk along Duiwelsbos towards the waterfall. Very scenic and pretty.
9. Stony Point Penguin Colony
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4.5 based on 940 reviews
Reviewed By ryamarim - Roodepoort, South Africa
With parking, a restaurant and walkways, Stony Point is the ideal location to get close to sea birds, including penguins Meander along the walkway and you'll notice penguins interacting, sleeping or generally going around their day There is also a restaurant on-site
10. De Hoop Nature Reserve Whale Trail
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4.5 based on 443 reviews
Reviewed By WJP89 - Ottawa, Canada
My wife and I took our 12 year old son to de Hoop Nature Reserve in November 2019. We stayed at the de Hoop Collection in Opstal Cottage #4 - an equipped cottage that suited us perfectly. I can't say enough good things about this place. It may be a bit off the beaten track, but the drive is well worth the effort. Actually, my wife and I had been to de Hoop in 2005, and at that time the cottages were vacant as far as I can recall - we camped with the baboons! This time it was pure luxury by comparison, with a well-appointed cottage and a very decent dining room (the Fig Tree) where we could have dinner. We went to the beach (Koppie Aleen) three times, and each visit was worth the drive. We saw loads of wildlife including a puff adder on the roadway one morning, several big land tortoises, many, many bonteboks, elands, ostriches and of course baboons,the rare Namaqua Sand-grouse, and much more. We also took the boat tour on the vlei, which was really worth the price. We had great looks at greater and lesser flamingos, great white pelicans, cape teal, and several clawless otters among other things. A few useful notes - if you like to look for birds, there is a good farm pond about 15km from the turnoff after you leave the tar road on your way to de Hoop where you can look for flamingos, ducks, storks, herons, blue cranes, and other water-loving birds. The Fig Tree restaurant is really nice with indoor and outdoor seating, and very good service. Prices are reasonable. You can bring your own wine to the Fig Tree for a modest corkage fee, so remember that if you are doing a winery tour on your way to de Hoop. Don't forget to reserve meals and activities in advance. The curio shop sells a very good guide to the reserve for R20, and you should just buy one as soon as you arrive (or even see if you can have one sent to you before you travel). If you have a Wild Card, it ought to cover your conservation fees even though this is a Cape Nature reserve. The cottages get besieged by gnats at night if you leave your lights on, so bring headlamps or flashlights to help you get around inside your cottage after dark. You can buy coffee, cold drinks, and snacks at the beach at Koppie Aleen, and there are picnic tables there as well.
